So it appears that Eidos have a new favourite in Kane & Lynch before it has even hit the shelves. They are that confident in it that they are already planning on a sequel already.

"“We believe it has the potential to be a franchise for adults that is respected and loved in the same way as Hitman,” CEO of Eidos parent Jane Cavanagh told MCV. “The marketing spend reflects our confidence both in the title and the franchise, which has already been optioned for a Kane & Lynch movie by Lionsgate."

"“We’ve already got Kane & Lynch 2 in production, which just goes to show the belief we have in it as a long-term franchise.”

And SCi CFO Phil Rogers explained: “Kane & Lynch is due to be released at the same time as the Hitman movie, and we will be taking full advantage of the cross-marketing potential that the title has." 

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